Travel Quotes Collection


I have just created my first ever video for my collection of Travel Quotes, please check it out.



Top Tourist Spots in Cebu City
Magellan's Cross, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines


Popular Posts

Venice Grand Canal Mall - Taguig City

Image
Venice Grand Canal Mall at McKinley Hill

The Venice Grand Canal Mall is situated inside the Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The town square is inspired by the magnificence of Piazza San Marco in Venice, Italy.

The Venice Grand Canal Mall is one of the newest shopping centers in Metro Manila. It has several restaurants where you can have your fill while enjoying the scenery that is Venice-inspired. 

Taguig, the city where the mall is situated is a highly urbanized city and is home to some of Metro Manila's skyscrapers aside from Makati CBD, Eastwood City and Ortigas Center.
GONDOLA RIDE The Gondola Ride is something that you don't want to miss when you pay a visit to  Venice Grand Canal Mall. As with all other places, I believe the fees are lesser on weekdays than on weekends. We get there on a Monday and the price per person was only 250 pesos (US$5).

GETTING THERE I am from Cebu and if I have to get there, I will go to any mall in Metro Manila and ri…
Keep reading

Sky Water Park Cebu

Image
Sky Water Park Cebu - J Centre Mall, Mandaue City, Cebu
Sky Water Park Cebu is situated atop J Centre Mall, one of the shopping malls in Cebu, Philippines. The theme park is at the mall's roof deck (6th floor). To those who don't know where J Centre Mall is, it is along A.S. Fortuna Street in Mandaue City, Cebu. The park has water slides which is only available from 9:00am to 6:00pm, an infinity pool overlooking parts of Mandaue City, shower rooms, locker rooms and two mini-restaurants.



Your two hundred pesos for a Sky Water Park ambience.Sky Water Park opened its doors to the public last November 2016 and it's perfect for family gatherings and relaxation after roaming around the mall downstairs. The best time to get there is during weekdays where entrance fee is lesser and guests are fewer. Even if you don't use the park's facility, you can still enjoy the ambience for a consumable two hundred peso-outlet pass (US$4) which you can redeem at any of the two mini rest…
Keep reading

Boracay - your slice of paradise!

Image
Boracay Summer Getaway!
Boracay is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the Philippines. Though the place is very crowded during summer, Boracay is undoubtedly one of the best beach destinations in the country. With its wide shoreline, pristine white fine powdery sands, the island of Boracay is definitely one of the best places to relax, unwind, chill, party and enjoy the wonders of God's creation!
The Island of Boracay is situated in the province of Aklan and is divided into 3 main stations, stations 1 to 3. Among the stations, Station 2 is the most lively. The place comes to life during nighttime.


BORACAY SUNSETS When in Boracay, remember to catch the beautiful sunsets while strolling along the beach barefoot among the sea of people enjoying the beautiful scenery. 



BORACAY BEACH Per my conversation with one of the attendants at Henann gift shop, during the months of March and April, mosses are aplenty on Boracay beach.
PLACES TO STAY HENANN GARDEN RESORT While you don't nee…
Keep reading

Tingko Beach, King Arthur's, El Paradiso - some of the places to go in Alcoy, Cebu

Image
Alcoy, Cebu, Philippines
ALCOY is another municipality in Cebu Province and is located in the southern part of the island right next to the municipality of Dalaguete. The most popular beach in Alcoy is Tingko Beach located in Daan Lungsod. Being a beach lover, I can recommend the place but it is crowded on weekends, so go there on weekdays instead. You can rent a table ranging from 600 to 800 pesos, etc ($12-$16). You can also do island hopping from there, price per person is 30 pesos or $0.60 (2016). If you go there solo, just join other groups.

Another nice place where we stayed in was in King Arthur's Resort at Bon-Bon Pasol. It is the sister company of El Paradiso Sola Homes. What I like about this place is that you can just relax and enjoy the breeze, the place is quite windy especially near the seashore. The beach there is not as nice as Tingko beach, though.


HOW TO GO TO ALCOY

By Bus Go to South Bus Terminal near E-Mall or Elizabeth Mall in Cebu City and ride a bus going to Alc…
Keep reading

Tops Lookout - Busay, Cebu City, Philippines

Image
Amazing Cebu City Lights at Tops
The Tops Lookout is one of Cebu City's tourist attractions that is located in one of the mountainous barangays of the city, Busay (just like Sirao Flower Farms/Sirao Peak). This place is popular among local tourists due to its mild climate, perfect for lovers, family, friends and barkada (group) for a much deserved relaxation and most of all for getting a bird's eye view of the amazing Cebu City lights. 


BEST TIME In my opinion, the best time to get there is from 4:00pm to 5:00pm as there are certain areas along the way that is too dark if you go there after the sun sets. If you want to go there in the morning, you'll be able to see Cebu City's skyline but it would be best to get there at night to see Cebu City's amazing array of lights.


The last time I was there was in the late 90's and it's good to know that they haven't renovated the place that much, if they do, it could be very minimal for me to not notice it at all.
Ther…
Keep reading

Where to stay in Cebu

Image
Find Cheaper Places to Stay in Cebu, Philippines


There are so many places to stay in Cebu, Philippines. Depending on your budget and the place where you want to stay, please find below the list of hotels, guesthouses, beach resorts and other cheaper accommodations in Cebu, Philippines.

The best beaches in Cebu Province are located in the far north and far south, travel time could take you 1 to 5 hours, depending on your destination. If you have a limited time of stay here, you can always stay at the beach resorts in Mactan Island in Lapulapu City (near Mactan Cebu International Airport). 
For diving enthusiasts, famous locations are Moalboal in the south and Malaspacua Island in the north. If you love canyoneering and trekking, stay in the southern part of Cebu. Popular attractions in the south are Oslob Whale Shale Watching, Kawasan Falls, Aguinid Falls, Tumalog Falls. For the northern part of Cebu, popular tourist spots are Bantayan Island and Malapascua Island and in the Eastern part…
Keep reading

Hotels near Ayala Center Cebu - Walking Distance

Image
Places to Stay in Cebu - Near Ayala Center Cebu There are so many hotels in Cebu, Philippines and if you are planning to stay nearby a mall, one of the major malls here is Ayala Center Cebu situated on Ayala Road along the main road, Archbishop Reyes Avenue. Please find below the hotels that are just a walking distance to and from the mall:
1. Cebu City Marriott Hotel is situated at the back side of Ayala Center Cebu and just a few steps away to and from Ayala Terraces. Click here for rates or click on the image below for more info.
Read more

Lake Danao, Summer Outing and Finally Camotes Islands!

Image
THE AMAZING LAKE DANAO The wonders of God's Creation!
Lake Danao is definitely a must visit when in Camotes Islands and by visit I meant, rent a speedboat, sakanaw or kayak to cruise and have fun while enjoying the wonders of God's amazing creation. The lake is too wide and vast that you will appreciate God's works of wonders all the more. In the middle of the lake, you will see a small island where you can have an amazing set of photographs while enjoying the company of your friends and family and if you are lucky enough like we were, your speedboat/sakanaw drivers might be your best photograhers for the day as evident by our pictures below.





If you have not been to Camotes, I highly recommend the place. Lake Danao is situated in the island of Pacijan, one of the 3 main islands in Camotes, the other 2 being Poro and Ponson islands. To enjoy the grandeur of the lake, you need to cruise over to the other side and below are the lake park fees.

Sakanaw - P700/trip for 10 persons; …
Keep reading

Cuatro Islas - the paradise islands in Leyte

Image
Digyo, Mahaba, Apid & Himokilan Islands - the paradise islands in Leyte!
Cuatro Islas is a Spanish term which when translated in English means Four Islands. Cuatro Islas is a group of islands belonging to the munipalities of Hindang and Inopacan in the province of Leyte.  Digyo Island belongs to Inopacan, LeyteApid Island belongs to Inopacan, LeyteMahaba Island belongs to Inopacan, LeyteHimokilan Island belongs to Hindang, Leyte
This is another out of town invitation from one of my college friends (Jenny) whose husband (Dondon) happens to be a resident of Hindang, Leyte. Together with Jen's and Dondon's colleagues in COA, I joined them on their Cuatro Islas trip. Thank you so much Jen & Don and the rest of the Dayola family for the accommodation while we're there!
DIGYO ISLAND The island paradise of Digyo is our first stop. Among the four (4) islands, this to me is somewhat like Boracay but unlike Boracay, the place is not very commercialized. With its white sand and cr…
Keep reading

Not your ordinary Moalboal destination - Villa Budlot and Taginis Falls

Image
Villa Budlot and Taginis Falls - Moalboal, Cebu
Have you been to Moalboal Cebu? Aside from Malapascua Island, Moalboal is one of the top destinations for diving enthusiasts (visit Pescador Island) and home to some of the best beaches in Cebu, Philippines, check out Basdaku and Panagsama. Moalboal is located in the southern part of Cebu. Travel time is 2.5 hours to 3 hours by bus depending on traffic.
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK - VILLA BUDLOT Moalboal is known for its white sand beaches and one of the most popular beach destinations in Cebu. Last February, we embarked on an off the beaten Moalboal itinerary instead, we went to Villa Budlot and Taginis Spring which is situated in the mountainous barangay of Bala. If you want to commune with nature, this is the perfect place for you. 
Grateful to my sister and brother-in-law, Jo/Kurt of JCK Designs for bringing us (our family) to this place for my birthday celebration, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Such a perfect place to relax, un…
Keep reading